As temperatures rise and outdoor activities return, it’s important to be mindful of risks. Before setting off on hiking, camping, boating, and other adventures this season, let us all pause and make ourselves aware of the dangers posed by ticks in our region. You may...
In the United States, alcohol continues to be the most commonly used addictive substance. The National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) reports that one in every 12 American adults suffers from alcohol abuse or dependence. These numbers have increased throughout...
March is National Kidney Month, and while the kidneys are essential organs in our bodies, they are sometimes misunderstood. Let’s discuss the functions of the kidneys and how you can take proactive steps to keep yours safe and healthy! What Do Kidneys Do? Most people...
We all know February as the month to celebrate love, but it’s also the perfect time to take hearts more literally. This is American Heart Month, and healthcare workers across the country are working to spread education and awareness about heart health! Unfortunately,...
Need a boost in 2022? If you’re feeling fatigued and listless, it may just be the post-holiday lull — or, it could be something more. In honor of National Thyroid Month, we’re taking a closer look at one of the thyroid’s essential functions: metabolism. The main...
Even the most motivated and regimented exercisers can fall out of healthy habits in the winter. It’s easy to understand why: December temperatures in the Sioux City region reach an average high of 30°, and regularly plummet into the teens. The sun rises late and sets...
